Eric Léopold, Founder & Managing Director, Threedot and Content Director, FTE Ancillary & Retailing, shares his perspective on the evolution of airline retailing and key industry trends.


Eric Léopold, Founder & Managing Director, Threedot and Content Director, FTE Ancillary & Retailing, shares his perspective on the evolution of airline retailing and key industry trends.

Wizz Air has launched ‘Wizz Experiences’, a new service for its passengers in partnership with Coras, providing access to over 10 million attraction tickets in one place and a seamless booking experience.

Changi Airports International and Wuxi Airport Group have established a new joint venture company to manage the non-aeronautical business of Wuxi Shuofang International Airport, with plans for an enriched CX.

British Airways – a member of IAG (a Headline Partner of FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing, Dublin, 11-13 June 2024) – is partnering with Amadeus on enhanced retailing capabilities using AI.

Wizz Air has announced the launch of the WIZZ SHOP&FLY online shopping platform with InterLnkd (an exhibitor at the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, Dublin, 11-13 June 2024).

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport has welcomed the opening of Tropical Smoothie Cafe, completing expansion of Concourse T which began last year. This project is led by Paradies Lagardère.
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BER Airport (a Corporate Partner of the FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub) and SSP have opened new F&B concepts in T1, with an urban vibe and use of digital technology for quicker, more convenient service.

Schiphol is redeveloping Lounge 2 for passengers mainly flying to destinations outside Europe. The catering and retail area is getting a new layout, with the passenger experience at the heart of the project.

Perth Airport is opening a new Little Creatures Bar & Café in Terminal 1 International, enhancing the customer experience with expanded F&B options for passengers. Little Creatures also operates from T3.

Ahead of his participation at the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, Adrian Keating, Executive Director Commercial, shares the PLAY vision for optimising and evolving commercial offerings.

Perth Airport is opening a new Little Creatures Bar & Café in Terminal 1 International, enhancing the customer experience with expanded F&B options for passengers. Little Creatures also operates from T3.

Ahead of his participation at the co-located FTE EMEA and FTE Ancillary & Retailing events, Adrian Keating, Executive Director Commercial, shares the PLAY vision for optimising and evolving commercial offerings.

Sydney Airport has opened new dining venues – Betty’s Burgers, Oporto, and Mad Mex – reinforcing its focus on “new and exciting food concepts, elevating the casual dining experience across the airport”.

Ahead of the virtual meeting of the FTE World Airport Retailing Working Group on 14 March 2024, LHR, DOH, Vantage Airport Group and more share insights into commercial innovation, experience and engagement.

Ahead of his participation in the FTE Ancillary & Retailing event, Carlos Ruiz, Director of Commercial Management, CVG, explains the airport’s focus on personalisation, collaboration and cutting-edge tech.

The FTE Digital, Innovation & Startup Hub along with the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group members convened on 28-29 February 2024 at Tampa International Airport for a fantastic collaborative event.

Port Authority of New York and New Jersey is enhancing the food and dining options at Newark Liberty International Airport’s new Terminal A with the addition of the Guy Fieri’s Flavortown Kitchen + Bar.

Alaska Airlines is serving its first-ever custom craft beer exclusively brewed for the carrier and offered complimentary in First and Premium Class, and for purchase in the Main Cabin and select lounges.
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